1977 BMW 528 vs. 1977 Seat 124

To start off, both 1977 BMW 528 and 1977 Seat 124 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.

Compare all specifications:

1977 BMW 528 1977 Seat 124
Make BMW Seat
Model 528 124
Year Released 1977 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2788 cc 1197 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 178 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 234 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3700 RPM
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1416 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2430 mm


 

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